Florence - Streets and Squares Piazza del Duomo Known in English as the Cathedral Square, Piazza del Duomo, is one of the most visited places in the world. Here you will find Florence cathedral and other famous statues and work of art. The square also houses other famous buildings which has great historical importance
Pisa - Streets and Squares Piazza dei Miracoli The square is located on the north-west side of the city. Here there are four monuments that are an allegory of life: the Baptistery - Birth: the Cathedral - Christianity, the Leaning Tower - the life and the cemetery - death.
Florence - Streets and Squares Piazza della Signoria Piazza della Signoria is an important point in the city of Florence as it depicts the history and origin of the Florentine Republic. It has maintained its reputation up to date as it is a political hub of Florence city. Here people hold meetings as well as tourist flock to get in touch with the great city. It is located in front of Palazzo Vecchio.
Florence - Streets and Squares Piazzale Michelangelo The large terrace is situated on a hill on the left bank of the Arno. Famous for its view of the old town and the Ponte Vecchio, which is also immortalized in many postcards. In the center of the square there is a copy of David.
Siena - Streets and Squares Piazza del Campo Piazza del Campo, with its original shell shape, is the center of Siena. It is famous throughout the world because it is the location where twice a year the Palio di Siena is held.
Siena - Streets and Squares Contrada della Chiocciola The Contrada della Chiocciola is part of the seventeen historical subdivisions of Siena. During the victory of 1957, the Protectors were proposed to buy flags to represent the subdivision, and in fact, the design of Dino Rofi was chosen, which since 1954 represents the flag of the contrada. From the 18th century, other districts have also joined together, such as that of the Selva in 1790 and the Panther in 1813.
Siena - Streets and Squares Piazza San Francesco Piazza San Francesco is located between the bump of Castellaccia and the Borgo d'Ovile in Siena. It was initially located outside the urban walls, but after the Franciscans settled in the thirteenth century there was an expansion of the spaces. It was accessed through the Arch of San Francesco decorated with fourteenth-century statuettes. Currently in the square we also find other structures such as that of the oratory of San Bernardino and that of Saints Ludovico and Gherardo.
Siena - Streets and Squares Piazza Salimbeni Piazza Salimbeni is one of the most fascinating and well-known squares in the city of Siena. At the center of the square stands the statue of Sallustio Bandini, executed by Tito Sarrocchi, in 1882. Bandini was part of the advocates of economic freedom and in fact in this square are also located three other palaces, the fourteenth-century Palazzo Salimbeni where the Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena is located, Palazzo Spannocchi and Palazzo Cantucci built in 1548.
Siena - Streets and Squares Piazza di Provenzano Piazza di Provenzano is part of the oldest squares in Siena and covers an important historical and also cultural value. It rises in what were the houses of the Ghibelline politician Provenzano Salvani, who in 1260 won the battle of Montaperti. In the square we also find the collegiate church of Santa Maria, which was dedicated to the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Saint Elizabeth.
Siena - Streets and Squares Contrada dell'Aquila The Contrada dell'Aquila is part of the seventeen historical subdivisions of Siena. The district bears the coat of arms of the noble family of the Marescotti. The Noble title is derived instead by concession of Charles V of Habsburg, who visited Siena in 1536. Chronologically it is one of the last to race the Palio of Siena, but still its conquests are numerous, such as the one with the Strega jockey on the horse Vegliantino.
Bagno Vignoni - Streets and Squares Piazza delle Sorgenti The Piazza delle Sorgenti is located in the center of the locality Bagno Vignoni and is formed by a rectangular bathtub from which for more than a thousand years a thermal water rich in beneficial properties flows.
Pistoia - Streets and Squares Piazza del Duomo The Piazza del Duomo of medieval origin, was founded in 400. In this square are located the most important public buildings in the city including: Palazzo del Comune, Palazzo dei Vescovi and Palazzo Pretorio. The square is dominated by the Duomo which has a suggestive facade with 3 orders of loggias. In the first half of 1900, it was modified into Romanesque-Pisan forms.
Pistoia - Streets and Squares Piazza della Sala Piazza della Sala is located in the historic center of the city of Pistoia. Its name derives from the role he played in the Lombard era, when the Palazzo del Gastaldo stood there. Later it became the daily food market and on the sides of the square and in the nearby streets developed small shops with stone pallets and protruding canopies. Today it's one of the most beautiful squares in the city.
Pisa - Streets and Squares Piazza dei Cavalieri The square houses the Scuola Normale di Pisa. The Carovana palace has been built according to plans by Giorgio Vasari. In the square one can find the church of Santo Stefano dei Cavalieri, an equestrian statue of Cosimo I, and the Clock Tower
Massa - Streets and Squares Piazza Aranci In the historic center, where there is the single most impressive building in the city, there is Piazza Aranci, named by a double row of orange trees that still surrounds it on three sides, making it a symbol and pride of its citizens.
Lucca - Streets and Squares Piazza dell'Anfiteatro Piazza Anfiteatro is built on the remains of the ancient Roman amphitheater of the 2nd century and is located in the city of Lucca. The square was born in the Middle Ages and was called “I speak”, indicating the place where citizens' meetings were held. To date, the floor of the square is raised by about 3 meters compared to the Roman arena. The square is normally frequented by tourists who appreciate its history and structure.
Lucca - Streets and Squares Piazza Antelminelli The square is of fourteenth-century origin and was called Anteminelli because of the homonymous houses that were demolished to make room for the square. It is distinguishable from the fountain located in the center, which was designed and built by Nottolini in 1932. Today it is surrounded by numerous historical monuments, important points in the area and much visited by tourists.
Lucca - Streets and Squares Piazza Napoleone Piazza Napoleone was built in the early 19th century and is the main square of Lucca. It was Lazzarini and Bienimé who designed it. It took the name of the emperor because it was commissioned by the latter's sister, Elisa Bonaparte Baciocchi. The square underwent several restorations over the years, changing its façade from the original one. Today it hosts the Doge's Palace and several local events.
Livorno - Streets and Squares Piazza Grande The largest square in the heart of the city, where you see the main buildings of the city, like the cathedral and the Town Hall. During World War II it has been completely destroyed and later rebuilt with major changes.
Massa Marittima - Streets and Squares Piazza Garibaldi Massa Marittima: Piazza Garibaldi The architectural and urban beauty of the historic center and its square, Piazza Garibaldi, tells the splendor of the medieval age that made this country famous in Italy and in the world.
Arezzo - Streets and Squares Piazza Grande Piazza Grande, also known as Piazza Vasari, was built in the XVI, designed by Giorgio Vasari. Known for its trapezoidal plan and a romantic setting, thanks to the Baroque style of the surrounding buildings. On the square we can find two structures of interest: the Giostra del Saracino and the Antiques Fair. Today the Square is populated for various events and exhibitions of works of art.
Florence - Streets and Squares Piazza della Repubblica Known in English as the Republic Square, Piazza della Repubblica, is the city square of the capital. Today the Republic Square is famous for the historical literacy cafes, a meeting place for scholars and artists, or basically men of culture. It is a place where impromptu exhibitions are held on a regular basis.
San Gimignano - Streets and Squares Piazza della Cisterna It is regarded as the most famous and beautiful piazza in San Gimignano. Medieval towers and a wall of nobility houses surround it. Bounded by Palazzo dei Cortesi and Torre del Diavolo to the north. It was named after a water cistern located at its Centre. Offers a good view out past the Arco dei Becci passageway. Has a unique layout made in 13th Century.
Siena - Streets and Squares Contrada Priora della Civetta The Contrada Priora della Civetta is located in the historic center of the city of Siena and takes the title of “Priora” as it hosted the first meeting of the Priors of the Seventeen Contrade. Its current headquarters is close to the Castellare degli Ugurgieri dating back to the 13th century. The venue is decorated with colored marbles and frescoes, by Fiorenzo Joni and Bruno Marzi.
Prato - Streets and Squares Piazza del Comune Beautiful medieval square, enclosed on two sides by the Palazzo Comunale and Pretorio.
Lucca - Streets and Squares Via Fillungo It 's the main street of the city inside the walls, and one of the most representative symbols of the city as center and heart of tourism, trade and handicrafts
Siena - Streets and Squares Piazza Jacopo della Quercia Piazza Jacopo della Quercia owes its name to the homonymous Italian sculptor. The square reflects the Gothic Sienese style rich in originality from manly and concrete works. The square breaks the traditional landscape and invites the public to move around to discover the multiple works.